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Thought I would bring this one back up. I have been experimenting using the Belgium Coticule for finishing after the Norton 8K and having a lot of success. Wondering if anyone is finding the same....

Bob, Sorry it took so long to see this. I always have my Norton in Water as I usually hone between 4-10 razors on a daily basis. As far as lasting goes, I don't see the Belgium ever wearing out, but...

If I need to get a nick or large ding out of the blade, I use a Norton 1000 followed by the 4K/8K combo stone. I sometimes will use the Coticule in place of or in addition to the 8K. I have tried the...

I find that the Coticule produces a little better polish, but it definitely requires a few more strokes than the Norton 8K. It's fun experimenting between the two. The grits seem pretty close though.